Celebrate Minnesota’s First People! Dakota Day Gibbs Farm Tipi Join us as we celebrate the lifeways, language, stories, arts, and games of Minnesota's First People. Have you ever wondered what the word Minnesota really means? Wanted to make your own beaded bracelet? Or discover why trade was important to Dakota people in the early 1800s? […]
We invite our Muslim friends and neighbors to celebrate Eid with us at Gibbs Farm! Enjoy the beautiful gardens and prairie of historic Gibbs Farm, bring a picnic lunch to share with your family, and try our famous homemade ice cream! $5 per person. Ice cream included. Free parking available in the lot off of […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, 2017: Patriotic Ice Cream July 16, 2017: Make Your Own Sundae July 30, 2017: Root Beer Floats August 13, 2017: Ice Cream Cones August 27, […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, 2017: Patriotic Ice Cream July 16, 2017: Make Your Own Sundae July 30, 2017: Root Beer Floats August 13, 2017: Ice Cream Cones August 27, […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, 2017: Patriotic Ice Cream July 16, 2017: Make Your Own Sundae July 30, 2017: Root Beer Floats August 13, 2017: Ice Cream Cones August 27, […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, 2017: Patriotic Ice Cream July 16, 2017: Make Your Own Sundae July 30, 2017: Root Beer Floats August 13, 2017: Ice Cream Cones August 27, […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Sundays Sundays, 10:00 am-4:00 pm June 4, 2017: Old-Fashioned Ice Cream June 18, 2017: Maple Topping July 2, 2017: Patriotic Ice Cream July 16, 2017: Make Your Own Sundae July 30, 2017: Root Beer Floats August 13, 2017: Ice Cream Cones August 27, […]
Apple Crafts, Apple Games, Apple Fun! Gibbs Farm Apple Festival Included in general admission: $8 adults, $7 seniors 62+, $5 children 3 and up Free for RCHS members Join us for a day of apple fun for all ages! There will be live music by Light of the Moon, games, treats, crafts, tours and a […]
Gibbs Farm Fall Volunteer Day November 11, 2017 11:00am-4:00pm Help us close the site for the winter! It was a fantastic season, and now it’s time to prepare for the cold weather. We need volunteers for outdoor projects, which include taking down signs, covering garden beds, working in the compost pile and more! This event […]
Even though the warm weather is taking its time, field trip season is fast approaching and we need help doing some outdoor spring clean-up! Projects include garden prep, trash pickup and minor landscaping. This is a great time to learn about additional volunteer opportunities at Gibbs Farm, plus volunteers will receive a complimentary admission for […]
Help us prepare our site for opening day! Check back soon for more details! RSVP to clare@rchs.com
Join us Memorial Day Weekend for our 2018 Opening Event! Saturday & Sunday, May 26 & 27 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Enjoy Gibbs Farm Homemade Ice Cream after every tour! Tours Meet our farm animals: Help us feed the goats: 10:15 am 12:15 pm 2:15 pm Name the chickens contest: Ongoing Meet our piglets, […]
June 3: Homemade Gibbs Farm Ice Cream A delicious treat for the heat of summer! Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice Cream Demonstrations will take place at the following times: 11:00am 12:oopm 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm Ice cream is included in general admission. Admissions: $8 […]
Make your very own woven basket to take home. Demonstration will be led by experienced Gibbs Farm Staff. Recommended age: 10 and up. Admission is limited, so register soon! Two sessions: 11am and 2pm. Basket making activity will take approximately 90 minutes. Pre-registration is required. Pay regular admission on day of event. Please register for one […]
June 17: Make your own Sundae! Fathers' Day Special: Dads get free admission! A delicious treat for the heat of summer. We'll provide our own homemade ice cream and a variety of fixins' for you to craft your own sundae creation to enjoy while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice cream […]
Tea Party on the Lawn Saturday, June 23rd Two sessions: 11am and 1pm Join us at a late morning or mid-afternoon tea on the front lawn of the old Gibbs Farmhouse. Costumed Gibbs Farm Staff will serve tea, lemonade, and treats while giving guests an introduction to Victorian Era mannerisms. Pre-registration and payment is required. […]
July 1: Patriotic Ice Cream A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations are at 10:15, 11:15, 12:15, 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy […]
MN Master Naturalists and Gibbs Farm volunteers Kathy Robbins and Cathy Croghan will lead a 45 minute walking tour through the Gibbs Farm site. Learn to identify woody plants and find out how they were used by the Dakota and early settlers of Minnesota. No pre-registration required, the tour is included with admission!
July 15: Root Beer Floats A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products that go into our ice cream. Admissions: $8 adults, […]
We are spreading the fun on this toasty summer! Come join us in a hands-on presentation of pioneer butter making. Use a real churn, learn about "Lazy Daiseys" and try real homemade churned butter! Two, Hour-Long Sessions: 11am & 1pm Participation in this activity is included in regular admission costs.
Celebrating Minnesota's First People. Celebrating the Dakota, Past and Present Programs for the day will include stations where guests can learn about the seasonal life of the Dakota of Cloud Man's Village: Wild Ricing, Tipi Life, a tour of our replica Bark Lodge, and much more! U of MN Dakota Language Instructors will be leading […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products that go into our ice cream. July 29: Homemade Gibbs Farm Ice Cream Admissions: […]
Learn all about attending class in our real 1880s Schoolhouse! Children will get to learn 19th century lessons, write on slate boards with chalk, sing along with songs played on our organ, and even participate in a spelling bee! All activities will be led by our costumed School Marm, Miss Lake. Schoolhouse sessions take place at […]
A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products that go into our ice cream. August 12: Make your own Sundae! Admissions: $8 […]
Join us for our last Ice Cream Sunday of the Season! A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products that go into […]
Learn all about the importance of pollinators and dip your very own beeswax candle to take home! Candle dipping sessions at 11am, 12pm, and 1pm. The Bell Museum will be joining us with their honey bee hive! Participation in candle dipping activity is included in regular Gibbs Farm admission: Adults- $8, Seniors- $7, Children 4-16- […]
Join us on Saturday, October 13th from 11am-2pm for pumpkin carving fun! Artist Peggy Stern will be providing expert tips and fun ideas to decorate your chosen pumpkin or squash. Registration Closed. Cost to participate is included in the regular Gibbs Farm admission fee: $8 Adults, $7 Seniors, $5 Children 4-16, Free for Children 3 […]
Included in general admission: $8 adults, $7 seniors 62+, $5 children 4 and up Free for RCHS members Halloween fun for everyone! Come trick-or-treat at the historic Gibbs Farm House, hunt for pennies in a haystack, participate in a costume contest, and listen to “spooky” stories in a one-room schoolhouse. Crafts, games, treats, and music from […]
Special Event: Member Celebration & Opening Day at Gibbs Farm! Saturday, May 25, 10:00 am-4:00 pm Free Admission! Everyone is invited – bring your friends and family Join us for a very special day with RCHS & Gibbs Farm as we open our site for the season and celebrate and thank all of our members, […]
June 2: Homemade Gibbs Farm Ice Cream A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious […]
Learn all about attending class in our real 1880s Schoolhouse! Children will get to learn 19th century lessons, write on slate boards with chalk, sing along with songs played on our organ, and even participate in a spelling bee! All activities will be led by our costumed School Marm, Miss Lake. Schoolhouse sessions take place at […]
June 16: Make your own Sundae! A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy […]
On Saturday June 22nd, participate in educational archaeology programming led by Archeologist Kassie Bradshaw Kmitch. Examine real artifacts, try your hand at throwing an atlatl, and much more! Sessions are one hour and are at 11am, 1pm, and 2pm. Program is included in the cost of regular admission: Adults-$8, Seniors-$7, Children-$5 RCHS Members: Free!
June 30: Patriotic Ice Cream A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products […]
Saturday, July 6th; 11am & 1pm Join Gibbs Farm Site Interpreter, Andrea Nehring, for an all-ages tour of our restored native prairie. This special tour is included in the regular cost of admission. Pre-registration is not required. Gibbs Farm Admission: $8 Adults, $7 Seniors, $5 Children 4-16, Free for RCHS Members.
July 14: Root Beer Floats A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products […]
Tea Party on the Lawn Saturday, July 20 Two sessions: 11am and 1pm Join us at a late morning or mid-afternoon tea on the front lawn of the old Gibbs Farmhouse. Costumed Gibbs Farm Staff will serve tea, lemonade, and treats while giving guests an introduction to Victorian Era mannerisms. Click here to register! Pre-registration […]
July 28: Homemade Gibbs Farm Ice Cream A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious […]
Celebrating Minnesota’s First People. Celebrating the Dakota, Past and Present! -Learn about the historic life of the people of Cloud Man's village at interactive stations, learn about trade, and even bead a bracelet inspired by traditional colors. -Sample snacks from the Sioux Chef (learn more about them here: sioux-chef.com) -Watch crafting demonstrations by Dakota Wicohan […]
August 11: Make your own Sundae! A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy […]
We are spreading the fun on this toasty summer! Come join us in a hands-on presentation of pioneer butter making. Use a real churn, learn about “Lazy Daiseys” and try real homemade churned butter! Two, Hour-Long Sessions: 11am & 1pm Participation in this activity is included in regular admission costs. Admission: $8 adults, $7 seniors 62+, […]
August 25: Root Beer Floats A delicious treat for the heat of summer. Enjoy our homemade ice cream while experiencing the beauty of the Gibbs Farm, gardens and prairie. Demonstrations and samples are offered every hour from 11:15-2:15. Ice cream is included in general admission. Special thanks to agropur for supplying the delicious dairy products […]
Join us on September 21st for a day of family-friendly fun at Gibbs Farm! To celebrate fall our Heritage Orchard will be open to the public and staffed by our volunteers. Taste samples of our heirloom apples, and try your hand at the cider press. We’ll have games, crafts and special treats including mini-straw […]
Join us on Saturday, October 19th from 11am-2pm for pumpkin carving fun! (This event has been moved from 10/12 to 10/19 due to inclement weather). We will be providing expert tips and fun ideas to decorate your chosen pumpkin or squash. Click here to reserve a spot! Payment will be taken the day of the […]
Halloween fun for everyone! Spooky fun for the whole family starts at 10:00am and goes until 4:00pm. Go on an epic trick-or-treat quest through Gibbs Farm! This year, the Farmhouse is full of storybook characters escaped from their 19th century pages. Meet Miss Muffet and her spidery friend, little Red Riding Hood, Jack of […]
Wednesday, August 26; 9:30am-11:30am $10/person. New this year! Calling all grandpas, grandmas, moms, and dads! Have you ever wanted to join your 4 – 5 year-old PeeWee for summer camp at Gibbs Farm? Now is your chance! PeeWees and their grown-up pal will play games, read stories, and do an activity together! Topics include All About our […]
Friday, August 28; 9:30am-11:30am $10/person. New this year! Calling all grandpas, grandmas, moms, and dads! Have you ever wanted to join your 4 – 5 year-old PeeWee for summer camp at Gibbs Farm? Now is your chance! PeeWees and their grown-up pal will play games, read stories, and do an activity together! Topics include All About our […]
Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail - 2020 Saturday October 31st THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. Boo! Book your visit to Gibbs Farm for the first ever socially distant trick-or-treat trail! Dress up in costume and adventure down an outdoor path through the Gibbs Farm site. Encounter fun and funny characters from storybooks and nursery rhymes like […]
The Minnesota Sinfonia will be performing outdoors at Gibbs Farm on Friday, July 23rd. Enjoy the sounds of "Music on the Lighter Side" with your family! This concert with include music from the movies, Broadway, waltzes, tangos, marches, and much more! The concert is from 7pm to 8pm, but please feel free to arrive as […]
Gibbs Farm Apple Festival is back this year, in-person and outdoors. Get ready for apple history, apple treats, apple sampling, and apple games. We will have all the old favorites; music from Light of The Moon Band, face painting, tours AND some new fun. In the orchard: Expert orchardists and amateur apple enthusiasts will be […]
Gibbs Farm Trick-or-Treat Trail Saturday, October 30, 2021 10:00-2:00 (last entry is at 2pm) Grab your costume and venture down the Gibbs Farm trick-or-treat trail on Saturday, October 30th! Candy, games, and family fun! Try your hand at pumpkin toss or pin a smile on the jack-o-lantern! Guests will be introduced to the Gibbs Farm […]
Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release, Grasshoppers in My Bed. Join Terry Swanson, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed, as she introduces Lillie at age 11 in 1877, through 11 Grasshoppers in My Bed-inspired topics, for 11 minutes each, all right here on the farm where she […]
Recommended for all ages Gibbs Farm and the Bell Museum invite you to a fun-filled evening at the corner of Larpenteur and Cleveland on Thursday, July 21. Kick off the night with an outdoor concert from the Minnesota Sinfonia, who will be performing at Gibbs Farm. Enjoy the sounds of “Music on the Lighter Side” […]
Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release, Grasshoppers in My Bed. Join Terry Swanson, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed, as she introduces Lillie Gibbs at age 11 in 1877, through special tours right here on the farm where she grew up. You’re going to love getting to […]
Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release, Grasshoppers in My Bed. Join Terry Swanson, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed, as she introduces Lillie at age 11 in 1877, through 11 Grasshoppers in My Bed-inspired topics, for 11 minutes each, all right here on the farm where she […]
Gibbs Farm hosts a special program inspired by the new book release, Grasshoppers in My Bed. Join Terry Swanson, historian and author of Grasshoppers in My Bed, as she introduces Lillie at age 11 in 1877, through 11 Grasshoppers in My Bed-inspired topics, for 11 minutes each, all right here on the farm where she […]
Recommended for all ages Gibbs Farm and the Bell Museum invite you to a fun-filled evening at the corner of Larpenteur and Cleveland on Thursday, July 13. Kick off the night with an outdoor concert from the Minnesota Sinfonia, who will be performing at Gibbs Farm. Enjoy the sounds of “Summer Pops” with your family. […]
Add some light to the darkest part of the year! Each participant will dip a set of large taper beeswax candles and decorate them with pressed herbs, flowers and foliage gathered this year at Gibbs. These candles smell amazing, burn steadily and are perfect for winter celebrations and heartfelt gifts. Making hand dipped candles […]
Join us for Gibbs Farm Opening Day 2024 Saturday, May 25th, 2024; 10am-4pm Enjoy folksy tunes from Light of the Moon band, meet our furry and feathered farm animals (including baby chicks), and enjoy Gibbs Homemade Ice Cream. The Living History Society will be playing croquet with visitors throughout the day as well as presenting […]
